Birch Hill Wood

Wood, Forest in Somerset Mendip

England

Birch Hill Wood

The Seymour Arms
The Seymour Arms Credit: Vieve Forward

Birch Hill Wood is a picturesque forest located in Somerset, England. Spanning over an area of approximately 50 acres, it is characterized by its dense collection of birch trees that give the wood its name. The wood is situated on a gently sloping hill, which adds to its charm and provides visitors with stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The forest is a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers due to its tranquil atmosphere and diverse wildlife. The trees in Birch Hill Wood are primarily silver birch, known for their slender trunks, delicate leaves, and distinctive white bark. These trees create a beautiful canopy that provides shade during the summer months, making it an ideal location for picnics or leisurely walks.

The wood is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a wide range of bird species. Nature lovers can spot woodpeckers, owls, and even the occasional buzzard soaring above the treetops. During springtime, the forest floor becomes a vibrant carpet of bluebells, creating a breathtaking sight.

The wood is easily accessible via a network of well-maintained footpaths, ensuring that visitors can explore its beauty at their own pace. There are designated picnic areas and benches strategically placed throughout the wood, providing opportunities for relaxation and contemplation amidst nature.

Overall, Birch Hill Wood offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, allowing visitors to connect with nature and enjoy the serenity of this enchanting forest.

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Birch Hill Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.152542/-2.3671868 or Grid Reference ST7439. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Seymour Arms
The Seymour Arms
The Reading Room, Witham Firary Grade II* former village reading room, dating back to c. 1300, attached to a Carthusian priory. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1175244" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1175244">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1175244?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1175244?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The Reading Room, Witham Firary
Grade II* former village reading room, dating back to c. 1300, attached to a Carthusian priory. LinkExternal link LinkExternal link
Cattle by Strap Lane And by the GWR, from which this was taken, hence the blurred bush in the foreground, with hedgerow oaks on the left, and a barn at White Oak Farm on the right, by the tree-lined Strap Lane.
Cattle by Strap Lane
And by the GWR, from which this was taken, hence the blurred bush in the foreground, with hedgerow oaks on the left, and a barn at White Oak Farm on the right, by the tree-lined Strap Lane.
Farmland near Upton Noble With hedgerow oak trees, and a curious pyramid in the next field, its northern face covered in daffodils. Down's Farm, to the right, is in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/ST7339">ST7339</a>. View from a train on the Bruton-Westbury stretch of the main line.
Farmland near Upton Noble
With hedgerow oak trees, and a curious pyramid in the next field, its northern face covered in daffodils. Down's Farm, to the right, is in ST7339. View from a train on the Bruton-Westbury stretch of the main line.
2012 : Bungalow for sale, Dark Lane  Nearly a mile south of Witham Friary.
Outside the entrance to Henleaze Farm.
2012 : Bungalow for sale, Dark Lane
Nearly a mile south of Witham Friary. Outside the entrance to Henleaze Farm.
2012 : Entrance drive to Henleaze Farm A summertime version of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/670934">ST7439 : Drive to Henleaze Farm</a> four years later.
Birch Hill is in the background.
2012 : Entrance drive to Henleaze Farm
A summertime version of ST7439 : Drive to Henleaze Farm four years later. Birch Hill is in the background.
2012 : Moorpartk Farm revisited A view from Dark Lane five years after <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/466513">ST7439 : Entrance to Moorpark Farm.</a>. Not much changed, barns are a little more rusty, weather improved (for one day only).
2012 : Moorpartk Farm revisited
A view from Dark Lane five years after ST7439 : Entrance to Moorpark Farm.. Not much changed, barns are a little more rusty, weather improved (for one day only).
2012 : West from Dark Lane About one mile south of Witham Friary.
A field of uncut mowing grass, still standing due to the wet weather. Should be OK for silage if not left too long.
2012 : West from Dark Lane
About one mile south of Witham Friary. A field of uncut mowing grass, still standing due to the wet weather. Should be OK for silage if not left too long.
2012 : Stack of baled straw off Dark Lane  Or it could be silage, haven't seen much wheat in this area, more mowing grass.
2012 : Stack of baled straw off Dark Lane
Or it could be silage, haven't seen much wheat in this area, more mowing grass.
2012 : Hired low loader entering Holt Farm
2012 : Hired low loader entering Holt Farm
2012 : Holt Farm with herd Seen from Dark Lane, Birch Hill behind.
2012 : Holt Farm with herd
Seen from Dark Lane, Birch Hill behind.
2012 : South east on Dark Lane Near the entrance to Holt Farm.
Dark Lane runs south and east from Witham Friary to a spot near Upper Gibbons Farm where it becomes Holt Road.
2012 : South east on Dark Lane
Near the entrance to Holt Farm. Dark Lane runs south and east from Witham Friary to a spot near Upper Gibbons Farm where it becomes Holt Road.
2012 : South  west from Dark Lane Near the point where it turns into Holt Road.
A field of mowing grass not long after mowing.
A fine oak tree to the right and another at the end of the hedgerow.
2012 : South west from Dark Lane
Near the point where it turns into Holt Road. A field of mowing grass not long after mowing. A fine oak tree to the right and another at the end of the hedgerow.
2012 : Across the field to Gibbons Farm  Seen from Dark Lane, a field away from Upper Gibbons Farm.
Hick's Park Wood is on the hill behind.
2012 : Across the field to Gibbons Farm
Seen from Dark Lane, a field away from Upper Gibbons Farm. Hick's Park Wood is on the hill behind.
2012 : South west from Dark Lane  The Hermitage is partly seen through the trees and Hick's Park Wood.
Oak trees abound in this area at least two here.
Electricity pylons are notable for their absence, it can be done.
2012 : South west from Dark Lane
The Hermitage is partly seen through the trees and Hick's Park Wood. Oak trees abound in this area at least two here. Electricity pylons are notable for their absence, it can be done.
2012 : Dark Lane heading south east Somewhere along here it becomes Holt Road and passes Upper Gibbons Farm.
A couple of fine oak trees overhang the road. It's all right my beauties, Nelson won't be after you, he's long gone.
2012 : Dark Lane heading south east
Somewhere along here it becomes Holt Road and passes Upper Gibbons Farm. A couple of fine oak trees overhang the road. It's all right my beauties, Nelson won't be after you, he's long gone.
2012 : Dark Lane heading north west To Witham Friary.
The entrance on the right is a private road to The Hermitage.
2012 : Dark Lane heading north west
To Witham Friary. The entrance on the right is a private road to The Hermitage.
Witham (Somerset) Station, with a train for Yatton View eastward, towards Westbury, Swindon, reading and London: ex-GW West of England main lines and junction for Wells and Yatton. The train is in the Down Bay, with Collett '4500' 2-6-2T No. 4555 (built 9/24).
Witham (Somerset) Station, with a train for Yatton
View eastward, towards Westbury, Swindon, reading and London: ex-GW West of England main lines and junction for Wells and Yatton. The train is in the Down Bay, with Collett '4500' 2-6-2T No. 4555 (built 9/24).
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Birch Hill Wood is located at Grid Ref: ST7439 (Lat: 51.152542, Lng: -2.3671868)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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